1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 115 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Junior | 9 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
