1976 Holden Torana vs. 1967 Simca 1000
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Torana (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Torana weights approximately 105 kg more than 1967 Simca 1000. 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 (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1967 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Holden | Simca |
| Model | Torana | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
