1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 24 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Junior | 145 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1135 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 |
