1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 146 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 1999 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 Daewoo Lanos | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daewoo |
| Model | Alfasud | Lanos |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
