1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1985 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 15 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 325 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, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Venturi Cabriolet 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 | 1985 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Venturi |
| Model | Junior | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
