1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 2009 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 1 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna.
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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 2009 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daewoo |
| Model | Arna | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2350 mm |
