1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2008 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici is newer by 35 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Sedici (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 430 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 2008 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Sedici 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 | 2008 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
