1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 26 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 1,330 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 5 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
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, 1996 Toyota Corolla, 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Junior | Corolla |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |