1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 31 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
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, 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Palio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |
