1974 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 615 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Junior | Camaro |
Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |