1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 41 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 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 650 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | Junior | Vantage |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2601 mm |