1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2008 Volkswagen GLI
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen GLI 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen GLI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen GLI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen GLI should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen GLI weights approximately 266 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 Volkswagen GLI 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 Volkswagen GLI 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 Volkswagen GLI (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen GLI 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 Volkswagen GLI | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Junior | GLI |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
