1983 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2000 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2000 Toyota Sienna is newer by 17 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 855 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, 2000 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. 2000 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna has manual transmission. 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna | 2000 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Arna | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2910 mm |
