1976 Holden Torana vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica 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 64 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Torana weights approximately 435 kg more than 1971 Toyota Publica. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Torana | Publica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2170 mm |
