1986 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1968 Toyota 1000
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 1000 would be higher. At 1,185 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna weights approximately 110 kg more than 1968 Toyota 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota 1000 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 1968 Toyota 1000. 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 1000. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1968 Toyota 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Arna | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2170 mm |
