1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 170 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Holden Kingswood (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 90 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
