1983 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 690 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 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 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 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Arna | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2360 mm |