1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 470 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo 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 | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Arna | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
