1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee

To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 2,766 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1085 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 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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. 2008 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Alfa Romeo Junior 2008 Jeep Cherokee
Make Alfa Romeo Jeep
Model Junior Cherokee
Year Released 1970 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 2766 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 86 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 460 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 2055 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2700 mm