1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 40 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 786 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS 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 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Junior | CTS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2880 mm |
