1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1956 Daimler DK
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK would be higher. At 4,617 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Daimler DK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Daimler DK (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Daimler DK should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1973 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, 1956 Daimler DK (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1956 Daimler DK | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daimler |
Model | Junior | DK |
Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4617 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 108 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3310 mm |