1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2007 Honda Civic

To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 37 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 270 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, 2007 Honda Civic, 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic 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 2007 Honda Civic
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model Junior Civic
Year Released 1970 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1797 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 86 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2710 mm


 

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