1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 23 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | Arna | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
