1985 Holden Drover vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Drover 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 4 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 215 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Panda. 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Holden | Fiat |
| Model | Drover | Panda |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2310 mm |
