1976 Holden Torana vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 28 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 465 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.
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, 2004 Seat Altea, 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, 2004 Seat Altea (326 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Torana | Altea |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
