1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1998 Holden Nova
To start off, 1998 Holden Nova is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Nova weights approximately 19 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Holden Nova, 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1998 Holden Nova | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | Giulietta | Nova |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |