1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 35 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1061 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 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty 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 | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Junior | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
