1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1973 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 225 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic, 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Junior | Civic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
