1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 8 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 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 210 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica 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 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Junior | Celica |
Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |