1984 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 908 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 Tacoma 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 Tacoma 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 Tacoma (248 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Arna | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3250 mm |
