1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 13 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 64 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Junior | 9 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
