1972 Holden Torana vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 33 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 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart Roadster weights approximately 33 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, 2005 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Holden | Smart |
| Model | Torana | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
