1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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.
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1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Disco Volante | Sorento |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |