1975 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 25 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 535 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper 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 | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Junior | Viper |
Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |