1986 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2003 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2003 Lotus Exige is newer by 17 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Exige (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Exige 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 70 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Because 2003 Lotus Exige 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 2003 Lotus Exige. 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, 2003 Lotus Exige (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Exige 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 | 2003 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Arna | Exige |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
