1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1965 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden FB Special weights approximately 90 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 1965 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1965 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | Giulia | FB Special |
Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |