1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 1979 Subaru DL 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru DL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 30 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru DL, 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Junior | DL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
