1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 33 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1540 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 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Junior | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2890 mm |