1969 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1982 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 13 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 195 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.
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, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle, 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, 1982 Plymouth Caravelle (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Plymouth Caravelle 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 | 1982 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | Junior | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
