1986 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 18 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 735 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 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 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Xedos |
| Model | Arna | 9 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
