1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1984 Ford Capri
To start off, 1984 Ford Capri is newer by 12 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Capri weights approximately 200 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, 1984 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Capri 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 | 1984 Ford Capri | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Junior | Capri |
Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 68.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |