1984 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 550 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 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer 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 | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Arna | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |
