1983 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1987 Zastava Yugo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Zastava Yugo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Zastava Yugo (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Zastava Yugo should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Zastava Yugo weights approximately 100 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1987 Zastava Yugo (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Zastava Yugo 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 | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Zastava |
| Model | Arna | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
