1974 Holden Torana vs. 1967 Seat 600
To start off, 1974 Holden Torana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 600 would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 635 kg more than 1967 Seat 600. 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, 1974 Holden Torana (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Torana | 1967 Seat 600 | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Torana | 600 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5044 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2010 mm |