1995 Fiat Coupe vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 1995 Fiat Coupe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Coupe (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 240 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1995 Fiat Coupe (295 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Coupe | 1971 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Coupe | Torana |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
