1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 27 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 39 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life 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, 1997 Honda Life 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 1997 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Junior | Life |
Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |