1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 40 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 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1037 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 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2012 Infiniti FX 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. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | Junior | FX |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5026 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2885 mm |