1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. Both 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 and 2004 Kia Sportage are equipped with a 1,975 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 2000 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 58 L |
