1974 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 37 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Junior | R |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3216 mm |