1987 Holden Drover vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Drover would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 265 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 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Drover | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Holden | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Drover | 146 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2550 mm |