1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2005 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 35 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Mobilio (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 280 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Mobilio, 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, 2005 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Mobilio 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 | 2005 Honda Mobilio | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Junior | Mobilio |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |