1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, both 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna and 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1250 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 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. 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, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda has automatic transmission and 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna has manual transmission. 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | Arna | Lagonda |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1185 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2920 mm |