1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1976 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1976 Avanti Avanti is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 610 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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti 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 | 1976 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Avanti |
Model | Junior | Avanti |
Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2780 mm |