2000 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2002 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,369 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2002 Daewoo Lanos | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daewoo |
| Model | 145 | Lanos |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 48 L |
