1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 30 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster 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, 2002 Opel Vectra, 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra 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 | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Junior | Vectra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |