1973 Holden UTE vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2004 Noble M12 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden UTE would be higher. At 5,047 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1973 Holden UTE. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden UTE.
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, 2004 Noble M12 (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden UTE. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden UTE. 1973 Holden UTE has automatic transmission and 2004 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2004 Noble M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Holden UTE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden UTE | 2004 Noble M12 | |
Make | Holden | Noble |
Model | UTE | M12 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5047 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |