1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 524 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
