1984 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 834 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Arna | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
