1969 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 190 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior.
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, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
