1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1989 Lada 2107
To start off, 1989 Lada 2107 is newer by 19 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 1,451 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lada 2107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lada 2107 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1989 Lada 2107 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | Junior | 2107 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |