1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1970 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP) has 264 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 665 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, 1970 Lamborghini Jarama (392 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 1970 Lamborghini Jarama 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 | 1970 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | Junior | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |
