1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 340 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 850. 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, 1985 Holden Drover (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1985 Holden Drover | |
Make | Abarth | Holden |
Model | 850 | Drover |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |