1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 43 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), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 827 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Junior | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| 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 | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3052 mm |
