1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Giulietta | Sorento |
Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |