1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (189 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 450 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Spider | Junior |
Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2260 mm |