1972 Holden Torana vs. 1973 MG MGB
To start off, 1973 MG MGB is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 MG MGB weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. 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, 1973 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 1973 MG MGB | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | Torana | MGB |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
