1974 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 33 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 354 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.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Junior | Jetta |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1324 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |