1998 AC Cobra vs. 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 4 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Cobra | Junior |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2260 mm |