1974 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1971 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 300 kg more than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1971 Daihatsu Consorte | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Junior | Consorte |
Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2170 mm |