1975 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1973 BMW 2004
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 2004 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 10 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004. 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, 1973 BMW 2004 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 2004 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1973 BMW 2004 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Junior | 2004 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |