1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1986 Ginetta G32
To start off, 1986 Ginetta G32 is newer by 14 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ginetta G32 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ginetta G32 (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ginetta G32 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 217 kg more than 1986 Ginetta G32.
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, 1986 Ginetta G32 (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ginetta G32 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 | 1986 Ginetta G32 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ginetta |
| Model | Junior | G32 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2220 mm |
