1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (95 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1972 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 75 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
