1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1974 Holden Statesman
To start off, both 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 and 1974 Holden Statesman were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Statesman (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Statesman weights approximately 373 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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, 1974 Holden Statesman (263 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (176 Nm). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1974 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 2000 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2900 mm |
