1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 130 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1971 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 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Lanos, 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, 1999 Daewoo Lanos (123 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1999 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Daewoo Lanos | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daewoo |
Model | Spider | Lanos |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 123 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |