1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 27 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1972 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 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio, 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, both vehicles can yield 140 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Palio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
