1986 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna weights approximately 10 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Because 1963 Ford Cortina 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 1963 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1963 Ford Cortina (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Arna | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
