2009 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna would be higher. At 1,185 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 1 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna.
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, 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Matiz | 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna | |
| Make | Daewoo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Matiz | Arna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
