1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 29 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 360 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 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX 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 | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Junior | S-MX |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |