1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1998 Holden Nova
To start off, 1998 Holden Nova is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Nova weights approximately 435 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1965 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1998 Holden Nova | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | Giulia | Nova |
Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 135 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |