1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1982 Volvo 360 is newer by 10 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 360 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 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 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Junior | 360 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
