1983 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 weights approximately 260 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 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. 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, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (238 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1985 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Drover |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2040 mm |
