1984 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 24 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 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 118 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna.
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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Arna | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 968 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2330 mm |
