1985 Ford Mustang vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Mustang weights approximately 335 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mustang | Arna |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
