1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden HD weights approximately 62 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
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, 1966 Holden HD (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1966 Holden HD | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | GTV6 | HD |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
