1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 483 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Junior | Corvette |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |