1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2007 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 35 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 2,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 683 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 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, 2007 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Trajet 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 | 2007 Hyundai Trajet | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | Junior | Trajet |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |