1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Microbus 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 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Microbus (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 695 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Microbus 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Junior | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1725 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
