1997 Daewoo Arcadia vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, both 1997 Daewoo Arcadia and 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Daewoo Arcadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daewoo Arcadia (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daewoo Arcadia should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daewoo Arcadia weights approximately 365 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daewoo Arcadia | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Arcadia | 146 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4260 mm |
