1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 53 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1267 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 2007 Kia Sorento 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, 2007 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento 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 | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Giulietta | Sorento |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |