1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 510 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2001 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Junior | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
