1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1961 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 940 kg more than 1970 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, 1961 Jaguar MK X (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X 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 | 1961 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Junior | MK X |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2900 mm |
