1969 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4
To start off, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 is newer by 32 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, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 330 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
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, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (137 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 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 | 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Junior | GSX R4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 137 Nm |
| 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 | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
