1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1962 MG MGB
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 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 MG MGB (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 70 kg more than 1962 MG MGB.
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, 1962 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1962 MG MGB | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | Junior | MGB |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2320 mm |
