1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 3 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 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint weights approximately 8 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 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1985 Holden Drover | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | Sprint | Drover |
Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2040 mm |