1974 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 170 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
