1975 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 29 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 1,568 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 41 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior.
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, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+, 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, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 | 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Junior | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
