1975 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 36 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 773 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, 2011 Dodge Nitro (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2011 Dodge Nitro 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. 2011 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Junior | Nitro |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1803 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2764 mm |