1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony

To start off, both 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna and 1985 Hyundai Pony were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna.

Because 1985 Hyundai Pony 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 Hyundai Pony. 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 Hyundai Pony (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Hyundai Pony 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 Hyundai Pony
Make Alfa Romeo Hyundai
Model Arna Pony
Year Released 1985 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1185 cc 1439 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 67 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 90 Nm 104 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 880 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2350 mm


 

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