1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 26 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 654 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, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. 2011 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2011 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Arna | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2911 mm |
