1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (316 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 320 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 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Junior | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2415 mm |
