1975 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 38 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 500 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Junior | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |