1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1982 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1982 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 12 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1982 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Blizzard 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 | 1982 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2030 mm |
