1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 1 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 182 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 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1985 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 75 | Drover |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
