1972 Holden Torana vs. 1987 Morgan 4
To start off, 1987 Morgan 4 is newer by 15 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Torana weights approximately 105 kg more than 1987 Morgan 4.
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, 1987 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Torana | 1987 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | Torana | 4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |