1976 Holden Torana vs. 1976 Mini Clubman
To start off, both 1976 Holden Torana and 1976 Mini Clubman were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 1976 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Torana weights approximately 175 kg more than 1976 Mini Clubman. 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, 1976 Mini Clubman, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1976 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Holden | Mini |
| Model | Torana | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
