1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 555 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1976 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Alfa Romeo Chevrolet
Model Junior Camaro
Year Released 1972 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1570 cc 5735 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 108 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 358 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2760 mm


 

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