1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 41 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 350 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, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Junior | Civic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
