1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 10 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 1987 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Ritmo | Drover |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2040 mm |
