1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1953 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1953 Fiat 1900 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Junior | 1900 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |