1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1984 Holden Camira

To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 40 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.

Because 1969 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira, 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira. 1984 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia 1984 Holden Camira
Make Alfa Romeo Holden
Model Giulia Camira
Year Released 1969 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1570 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 95 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 125 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2580 mm


 

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