1985 Holden Drover vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 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 1975 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Drover | Beta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2360 mm |
