2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 13 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 370 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 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1987 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 156 | Drover |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2040 mm |
