1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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, 1956 Holden FE (60 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 150 kg more than 1956 Holden FE.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1956 Holden FE | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Giulia | FE |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 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 |
