1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2005 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 34 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 685 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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR 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 | 2005 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Junior | XLR |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |
