1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1986 Holden Drover
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Drover weights approximately 327 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 1986 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Drover |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
