1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 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 1,330 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 140 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Arna | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
