1984 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1994 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 10 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 1,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Lantra (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 210 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, 1994 Hyundai Lantra (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Lantra 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 | 1994 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Arna | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
