1974 Holden Torana vs. 1976 Seat 131
To start off, 1976 Seat 131 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Seat 131 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 Seat 131.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 131. (178 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1976 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Torana | 131 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 980 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 |
