1975 Holden Torana vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 28 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 1,910 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 840 kg more than 1975 Holden Torana. 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Torana | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Torana | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
