1986 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2009 Honda Stream
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 626 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, 2009 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Stream 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 | 2009 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Arna | Stream |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
