1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2004 Honda S2000
To start off, 2004 Honda S2000 is newer by 19 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 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda S2000 (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda S2000 weights approximately 436 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 2004 Honda S2000 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 2004 Honda S2000. 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, 2004 Honda S2000 (217 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda S2000 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 | 2004 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Arna | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
