1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2011 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2011 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 40 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 285 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, 2011 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 2011 Fiat Fiorino (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Fiorino 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 | 2011 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
