1986 Holden Drover vs. 1961 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Drover weights approximately 150 kg more than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 Holden Drover (100 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. (77 Nm). This means 1986 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 1961 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Drover | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
