1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior
To start off, 1973 Abarth 124 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 124 | Junior |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 970 kg |
