1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, both 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna and 1985 Jaguar XJS were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 930 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 Jaguar XJS 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 Jaguar XJS. 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 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS 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 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | Arna | XJS |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 5343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 432 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2600 mm |