1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2007 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Forenza 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 237 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 Suzuki Forenza, 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 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Forenza 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 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Junior | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
