1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Junior | 320 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3310 mm |
