1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2008 Audi A5
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 38 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 660 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 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 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 | 2008 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Junior | A5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
