1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1999 Audi R8
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 524 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 968 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. 1999 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1999 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Junior | R8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 610 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1090 mm |
