1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 24 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 502 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 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna has manual transmission. 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Arna | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3040 mm |
