1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 20 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 925 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa 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 | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Arna | Previa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2910 mm |
