1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2002 Holden Vectra is newer by 44 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Vectra (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 690 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Holden Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Giulietta | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
