1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 41 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 12 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 180 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Junior | Polo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
