1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1959 BMW 600
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 420 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1959 BMW 600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Junior | 600 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 2910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1710 mm |