1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 594 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
