1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion.
Because 1973 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion, 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, 1986 Ford Orion (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. 1986 Ford Orion has automatic transmission and 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Orion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1986 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Orion |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
