1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 29 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 416 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (236 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Junior | Golf |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
