1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 37 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 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 75 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
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, 2009 Mazda 6, 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 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 | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Junior | 6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2800 mm |
