1986 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 27 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 855 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. 2013 Toyota Venza 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. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Arna | Venza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2775 mm |
