1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 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 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 75 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Junior | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
