2004 Acura RSX vs. 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior
To start off, 2004 Acura RSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura RSX weights approximately 252 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX, 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, 2004 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura RSX | 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RSX | Junior |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
