1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1341 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 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Junior | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3645 mm |
