1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Junior | 220 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |
