1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1955 Alpine A 106
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 440 kg more than 1955 Alpine A 106. 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1955 Alpine A 106 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
Model | Junior | A 106 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2110 mm |