1972 Holden Torana vs. 2007 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 35 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Pregio (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Pregio should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 752 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, 2007 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Torana | Pregio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
