1976 Holden Torana vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 MG Magnett (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 MG Magnett should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG Magnett weights approximately 285 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. 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, 1960 MG Magnett (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | Torana | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
