1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1964 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden FB Special weights approximately 20 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1964 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | Giulietta | FB Special |
Year Released | 1980 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1961 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |