1974 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 502 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior.
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, 1959 Rover P4 (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | Junior | P4 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |