1975 Fiat 127 vs. 1975 Holden Torana
To start off, both 1975 Fiat 127 and 1975 Holden Torana were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Torana (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Torana weights approximately 411 kg more than 1975 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Holden Torana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Holden Torana (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 127. 1975 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 127 | 1975 Holden Torana | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 127 | Torana |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2590 mm |