1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna weights approximately 120 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Arna | Familia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |
