2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 337 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Daewoo Lanos | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daewoo |
| Model | Spider | Lanos |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 48 L |
