1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia 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 1,290 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 23 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 165 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | Junior | Fabia |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |