1984 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 21 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 500 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 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Arna | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2380 mm |
