1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 375 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 2002 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, 2002 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 701 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Junior | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 100.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
