1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1988 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1988 Nissan Cedric is newer by 16 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 440 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
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, 1988 Nissan Cedric (173 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Cedric 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 | 1988 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Junior | Cedric |
Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |