1983 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 5 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (317 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 806 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 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 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 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 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 | 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | Arna | V8 Zagato |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
