1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 18 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 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.

Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model Junior Land Cruiser
Year Released 1970 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 3429 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 86 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 105 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1700 mm


 

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