1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1558 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 GMC Sierra (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra 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 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | Junior | Sierra |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3645 mm |