1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1972 Holden Torana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 16 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, 1972 Holden Torana (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Giulia | Torana |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
