1969 Fiat 500 vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Drover weights approximately 430 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. 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 1969 Fiat 500. 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, 1987 Holden Drover (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 500 | 1987 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 500 | Drover |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
