1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2006 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 36 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 350 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 2006 Infiniti QX56 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, 2006 Infiniti QX56 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, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2006 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2006 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
| Model | Junior | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3140 mm |
