1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Daewoo Joyster

To start off, 1997 Daewoo Joyster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 138 kg more than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Daewoo Joyster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. (137 Nm). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. 1997 Daewoo Joyster has automatic transmission and 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Daewoo Joyster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Alfa Romeo Spider 1997 Daewoo Joyster
Make Alfa Romeo Daewoo
Model Spider Joyster
Year Released 1967 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1777 cc 1497 cc
Horse Power 122 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 137 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1038 kg 900 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1280 mm


 

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