1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1997 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 26 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 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna. 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, 1997 Fiat Duna, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1997 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Duna |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
