1984 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2009 Opel Combo
To start off, 2009 Opel Combo is newer by 25 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Combo should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Combo 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 | 2009 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Arna | Combo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
