1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 41 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1255 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2011 Dodge Durango 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. 2011 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Junior | Durango |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1819 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3043 mm |