1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 776 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (277 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Arna | Bel Air |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2990 mm |
