1974 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2001 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2001 Honda Avancier is newer by 27 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 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Avancier weights approximately 650 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Avancier 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, 2001 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2001 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2001 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Junior | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |
