1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1983 Holden Camira
To start off, 1983 Holden Camira is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Camira (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Camira weights approximately 220 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Holden Camira, 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, 1983 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1983 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Giulietta | Camira |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
