1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daewoo |
| Model | 145 | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
