1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2003 Toyota Solara is newer by 18 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Solara weights approximately 545 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, 2003 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Solara 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 | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Arna | Solara |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |