1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 33 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1020 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.
Because 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V 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 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Junior | CR-V |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |