1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 260 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 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2013 Scion FR-S 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. 2013 Scion FR-S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Scion |
Model | Junior | FR-S |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |