1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 550 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 1977 Ford Granada 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 1977 Ford Granada. 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, 1977 Ford Granada (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada 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 | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Arna | Granada |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2780 mm |
