2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 170 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm). This means 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Lacetti | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
