1974 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass

To start off, 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 5,798 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass (125 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 550 kg more than 1974 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass (305 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1974 Alfa Romeo Junior 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Make Alfa Romeo Oldsmobile
Model Junior Cutlass
Year Released 1974 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 5798 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 86 HP 125 HP
Torque 115 Nm 305 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2760 mm