1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 527 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Kia Carens (148 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Giulietta | Carens |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 50 L |