1975 Holden Torana vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1979 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Triumph Spitfire (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Torana weights approximately 40 kg more than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
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, 1979 Triumph Spitfire (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Torana | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | Torana | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2110 mm |
