1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1976 Peugeot Peugette
To start off, 1976 Peugeot Peugette 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 21 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (65 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
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, 1976 Peugeot Peugette, 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1976 Peugeot Peugette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Junior | Peugette |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2230 mm |
