1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2009 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2009 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 39 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 380 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari KZ1 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 | 2009 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ascari |
Model | Junior | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2636 mm |