1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 11 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Brava (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 266 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 1996 Fiat Brava. 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, 1996 Fiat Brava (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1985 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Brava | Drover |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
