1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1958 Holden FE
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1958 Holden FE. 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, 1958 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1958 Holden FE | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Giulia | FE |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
