1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2009 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 38 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2009 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato 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 | 2009 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3460 mm |
