1971 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2009 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Lacetti (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 707 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Lacetti, 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2009 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daewoo |
| Model | GTA | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
