1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 18 kg more than 1956 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, 1956 Holden FE (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1956 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1956 Holden FE | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | Alfetta | FE |
Year Released | 1974 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |