1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75.
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, 1974 Holden Torana (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 75 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
