1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 43 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), 2013 Dodge DART is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DART weights approximately 469 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, 2013 Dodge DART, 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, 2013 Dodge DART (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DART 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 | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Junior | DART |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| 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 | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2703 mm |
