1987 Holden Drover vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 360 kg more than 1987 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Lancia Gamma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1976 Lancia Gamma (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Drover | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Drover | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| 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 | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
