2003 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 345 kg more than 2003 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daewoo Lanos | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Daewoo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Lanos | Giulietta |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2634 mm |