1975 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 622 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti IPL (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2013 Infiniti IPL 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. 2013 Infiniti IPL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
| Model | Junior | IPL |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |
