1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 37 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Echo (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo 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 38 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo.
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, 2005 Toyota Echo, 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, 2005 Toyota Echo (143 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Echo 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 | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Echo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |
