1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1999 Nissan C 52
To start off, 1999 Nissan C 52 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan C 52 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan C 52 (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan C 52 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan C 52 weights approximately 296 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Nissan C 52 (354 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan C 52 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. 1999 Nissan C 52 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 Nissan C 52 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1999 Nissan C 52 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Junior | C 52 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1266 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
