1975 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 31 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1826 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.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3030 mm |
