1959 Fiat 1800 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 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1800 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1800 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1800. 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, 1959 Fiat 1800 (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 1985 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1800 | Drover |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2040 mm |
