1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 31 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1050 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 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Junior | Discovery |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |