2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 122 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Lanos | 146 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 61 L |
