1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 45 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 13 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
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, 2005 Kia Rio, 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, 2005 Kia Rio (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Rio 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 | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Giulietta | Rio |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
