1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1972 Nissan Gloria is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1972 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 325 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Junior | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
