1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1965 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1965 Holden FB Special is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden FB Special weights approximately 50 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1965 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Giulia | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
