1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 29 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 720 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.
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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 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 | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Junior | 550 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 597 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |