1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 32 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1066 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Junior | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
