1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1989 Rover Range Rover is newer by 18 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Range Rover (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1016 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.
Because 1989 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover 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 | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Junior | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
