1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda 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 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 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 170 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda 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 Panda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Panda |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| 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 | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
