1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1994 Audi V8
To start off, 1994 Audi V8 is newer by 24 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 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 820 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.
Because 1994 Audi V8 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, 1994 Audi V8 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, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 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 | 1994 Audi V8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Junior | V8 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3561 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |