1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1994 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 22 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Junior | 145 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
