1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1985 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 1985 Dodge Daytona is newer by 17 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 255 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior.
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, 1985 Dodge Daytona, 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, 1985 Dodge Daytona (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Daytona 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 | 1985 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Junior | Daytona |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
