1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, both 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna and 1985 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 568 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 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Alfa Romeo Chevrolet
Model Arna Corvette
Year Released 1985 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1490 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 94 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 448 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 101.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.2 mm 88.4 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 1488 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1190 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2450 mm


 

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