1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 28 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 530 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 1998 Porsche 993 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, 1998 Porsche 993 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 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 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Junior | 993 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2280 mm |
