1969 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1972 Holden Torana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Torana (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 16 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana.
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, 1972 Holden Torana (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Junior | Torana |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
