1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 660 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Giulietta | Sportage |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |