1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2001 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2001 Holden Zafira is newer by 36 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Zafira weights approximately 834 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, 2001 Holden Zafira, 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2001 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Giulia | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
