1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2000 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2000 Kia Shuma is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Kia Shuma. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Shuma weights approximately 143 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1960 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 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Shuma, 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, 2000 Kia Shuma (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2000 Kia Shuma | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Giulietta | Shuma |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |