1982 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1982 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 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2003 Daewoo Lanos | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daewoo |
| Model | Spider | Lanos |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
