1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1974 Ford Coin
To start off, 1974 Ford Coin is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Coin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Coin (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Coin should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Ford Coin (146 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 1974 Ford Coin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. 1974 Ford Coin has automatic transmission and 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Ford Coin will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1974 Ford Coin | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Coin |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
