1972 Holden Torana vs. 1970 Seat 600
To start off, 1972 Holden Torana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Torana (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Seat 600. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Torana weights approximately 320 kg more than 1970 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Holden Torana (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 1970 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Torana | 600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
