1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 50 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 548 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 1958 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 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2008 Kia Cee'd (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Giulietta | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |