1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 227 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
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, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2012 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daewoo |
| Model | 155 | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
