1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 36 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 17 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 85 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, 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+, 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, 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+ (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 | 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Junior | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
