1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 is newer by 32 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 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, 2002 Mazda B2500 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, 2002 Mazda B2500 (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 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 | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Junior | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2990 mm |
