1975 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior.
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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior (140 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Junior | MR2 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 131 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |