1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 815 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 Jeep Liberty 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty (225 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Arna | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
