1986 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2002 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2002 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 722 kg more than 1986 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, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. 2002 Toyota Ipsum has automatic transmission and 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna has manual transmission. 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Ipsum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna | 2002 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Arna | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
