1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 29 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MCC |
| Model | Junior | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1810 mm |
