1986 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 658 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.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Arna | Golf |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1185 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2578 mm |