1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1962 Austin A 60
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 60 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1962 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Junior | A 60 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
