1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 745 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 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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 | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | Arna | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
