1983 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 13 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 956 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager 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 | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | Arna | Voyager |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2880 mm |