1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1971 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 85 kg more than 1971 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1971 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Junior | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
