1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1975 ZIL 117
To start off, 1975 ZIL 117 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1980 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 ZIL 117 (571 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1975 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | ZIL |
Model | Junior | 117 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 571 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3310 mm |