1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,185 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna weights approximately 170 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna, 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, 1959 Abarth 1000 (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1000 | Arna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |
