1976 Holden Torana vs. 1954 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Torana weights approximately 15 kg more than 1954 Morgan Plus 4.
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, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Torana | 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | Torana | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |