1969 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 150 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1970 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Junior | 1302 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |