1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 is newer by 24 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 440 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Volvo 440 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 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 | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Junior | 440 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |