1974 Holden Torana vs. 2003 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 is newer by 29 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 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 127 more horse power than 2003 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2003 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 238 kg more than 2003 Morgan 4. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2003 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Holden | Morgan |
| Model | Torana | 4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
