1984 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1974 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Cortina weights approximately 95 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Because 1974 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1974 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Arna | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
