1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1985 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, both 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna and 1985 Skoda Rapid R were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna weights approximately 70 kg more than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Skoda Rapid R 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 Skoda Rapid R. 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 Alfa Romeo Arna (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1985 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
| Model | Arna | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
