1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2006 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 350 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.
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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2006 Infiniti Q45 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. 2006 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2006 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | Junior | Q45 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2880 mm |