1984 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1958 Austin A 35
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna weights approximately 160 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1958 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Arna | A 35 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2030 mm |
