1976 Holden Torana vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan 4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Morgan 4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. 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, 1998 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Torana | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | Torana | 4 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |