1984 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1990 Audi 80
To start off, 1990 Audi 80 is newer by 6 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 80 weights approximately 170 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Audi 80 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 80 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 | 1990 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Arna | 80 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
