1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (350 HP) has 264 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 375 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (556 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Mustang 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 | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
