1975 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,960 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 131 kg more than 1975 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 | 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Junior | Spider |
Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2260 mm |