1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1225 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 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. 1997 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna has manual transmission. 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Arna | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3050 mm |
