1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1955 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm). This means 1955 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 1985 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1400 | Drover |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
