1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1986 Holden Drover
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Drover weights approximately 325 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Holden Drover (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1986 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 750 | Drover |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
