1975 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1975 Austin Maxi
To start off, both 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior and 1975 Austin Maxi were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 50 kg more than 1975 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Austin Maxi, 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1975 Austin Maxi | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Junior | Maxi |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |