1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1975 Triumph TR7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 75 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, 1975 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph TR7 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 | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
Model | Junior | TR7 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2170 mm |