1983 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Riley 4 (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Riley 4 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Riley 4 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 1958 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1958 Riley 4 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1958 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Riley |
| Model | Arna | 4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
