1983 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 21 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1665 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 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | Arna | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2890 mm |
