1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1979 Mazda 616 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Junior | 616 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |