1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1987 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1987 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 1750 | Drover |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |
