1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2010 Kia Picanto is newer by 54 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Picanto weights approximately 34 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2010 Kia Picanto, 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2010 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Giulietta | Picanto |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 35 L |