1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 6 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 170 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Junior | Familia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
