1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1948 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 1,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 260 kg more than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Junior | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2170 mm |
