1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 21 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (90 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 126 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.
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, 1992 Renault 19, 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, 1992 Renault 19 (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 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 | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Junior | 19 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
