1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 34 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 23 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 210 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior.
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, 2005 Skoda Fabia, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Junior | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
