1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2002 Kia Visto
To start off, 2002 Kia Visto is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Visto, 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, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2002 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Giulietta | Visto |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |
