1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1972 Holden Torana is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1972 Holden Torana | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | Giulietta | Torana |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1159 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |