1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 664 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 1900 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
