1972 Holden Torana vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, both 1972 Holden Torana and 1972 Simca 1100 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 20 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Torana weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Holden Torana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Holden | Simca |
| Model | Torana | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
