1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1992 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 24 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (330 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1016 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage 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 | 1992 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | Junior | Virage |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1986 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |