1975 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1999 Seat Formula
To start off, 1999 Seat Formula is newer by 24 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Formula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Formula (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Seat Formula.
Because 1999 Seat Formula is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula 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, 1999 Seat Formula (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Formula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1999 Seat Formula | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Junior | Formula |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
