1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 36 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 825 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.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (136 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest 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 | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Junior | Quest |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3160 mm |
