1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1948 Holden FX
To start off, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Holden FX weights approximately 150 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1948 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1948 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1948 Holden FX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Giulietta | FX |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |
