1986 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 21 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1325 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Arna | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
