1974 Holden Torana vs. 2001 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2001 Holden Berlina is newer by 27 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 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Berlina weights approximately 434 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Holden Torana (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2001 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Torana | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2950 mm |
