1976 Holden Torana vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life 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 32 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Torana weights approximately 365 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Holden Torana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1973 Honda Life | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Torana | Life |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2090 mm |
