1969 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1974 Ferrari Dino is newer by 5 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 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 255 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Junior | Dino |
Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2417 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 226 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 59.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |