1984 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (132 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 190 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 | 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Arna | Spider |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2260 mm |
