1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1967 Audi Variant
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Audi Variant weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Audi Variant (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Audi Variant 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 | 1967 Audi Variant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Junior | Variant |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |
