1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 20 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 80 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express, 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (107 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Junior | Express |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |
