1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2003 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2003 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Giulietta | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
