1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1106 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Junior | Discovery |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 115 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |