1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1991 Holden Nova
To start off, 1991 Holden Nova is newer by 27 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Holden Nova. (81 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Nova weights approximately 45 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Holden Nova, 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1991 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Giulia | Nova |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
