1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 37 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 870 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 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 | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Junior | S4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
