1972 Holden Torana vs. 1985 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1985 Reliant SE6 is newer by 13 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 399 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, 1985 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 1985 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Holden | Reliant |
| Model | Torana | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
