1969 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 9 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 1,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 160 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Junior | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
