2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior

To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 35 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 435 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, 2008 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Alfa Romeo Spider 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior
Make Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo
Model Spider Junior
Year Released 2008 1973
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2260 mm


 

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