1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1998 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 266 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.
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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira, 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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (184 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Nubira 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 | 1998 Daewoo Nubira | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daewoo |
Model | Junior | Nubira |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |