1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 44 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 730 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Junior | Colorado |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3210 mm |