1974 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2004 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2004 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 30 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP) has 229 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1461 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, 2004 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti QX56 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 | 2004 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
| Model | Junior | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 315 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3140 mm |
