1983 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1989 Toyota Camry is newer by 6 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Camry weights approximately 400 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, 1989 Toyota Camry (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Camry 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 | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Arna | Camry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
