1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1131 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento 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 Sorento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Giulietta | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 2088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
