1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 43 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 2 weights approximately 60 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, 2011 Mazda 2, 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Junior | 2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2489 mm |
