1974 Holden Torana vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, both 1974 Holden Torana and 1974 Seat 131 were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 205 kg more than 1974 Seat 131. 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 (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Torana | 1974 Seat 131 | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Torana | 131 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2833 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |