1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1962 Austin A 90
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1972 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, 1962 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1962 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Junior | A 90 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |