2005 MCC ForTwo vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 2005 MCC ForTwo is newer by 29 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Torana (102 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Torana weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1976 Holden Torana (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC ForTwo. 1976 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 2005 MCC ForTwo has manual transmission. 2005 MCC ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC ForTwo | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | MCC | Holden |
| Model | ForTwo | Torana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2590 mm |
