1991 Acura Legend vs. 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior
To start off, 1991 Acura Legend is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 2,673 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura Legend (160 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 580 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend, 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, 1991 Acura Legend (220 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 1991 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Acura Legend | 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior | |
Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Legend | Junior |
Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2673 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 86 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 115 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |