1985 Holden Drover vs. 1974 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lancia Beta weights approximately 130 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 1974 Lancia Beta. 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, 1974 Lancia Beta (165 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm). This means 1974 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1974 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Drover | Beta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2340 mm |
