1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2002 Holden Astra
To start off, 2002 Holden Astra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Astra weights approximately 70 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Astra, 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2002 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Alfetta | Astra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
