1976 Holden Torana vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 37 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Fit weights approximately 290 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, 2013 Honda Fit, 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, 2013 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Torana | Fit |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
