1976 Holden Torana vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Torana (102 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Torana weights approximately 318 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. 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, 1976 Holden Torana (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | Torana | Minor |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2190 mm |
