1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2004 BMW X3
To start off, 2004 BMW X3 is newer by 34 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X3 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X3 weights approximately 848 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 2004 BMW X3 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, 2004 BMW X3 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, 2004 BMW X3 (237 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 2004 BMW X3 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 | 2004 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Junior | X3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2890 mm |
