1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2008 Daihatsu Trevis
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Trevis is newer by 37 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 29 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. 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, 2008 Daihatsu Trevis, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2008 Daihatsu Trevis | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Junior | Trevis |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
