2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Tacuma would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 212 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
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, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo | |
| Make | Daewoo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Tacuma | MiTo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
