1978 Fiat 127 vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 205 kg more than 1978 Fiat 127. 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 1978 Fiat 127. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 127 | 1985 Holden Drover | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 127 | Drover |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2040 mm |