2007 Acura TL vs. 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 34 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 480 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.
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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior | |
Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
Model | TL | Junior |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |