1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1949 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1949 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Junior | 1500 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |