1974 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-11

To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 16 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 655 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (800 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 685 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 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 1990 Jaguar XJR-11
Make Alfa Romeo Jaguar
Model Junior XJR-11
Year Released 1974 1990
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1290 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 86 HP 741 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 800 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1020 mm


 

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