1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1995 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 22 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 40 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior.
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, 1995 Fiat Bravo, 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (111 Nm). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1995 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
