1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima is newer by 48 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Optima (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2009 Kia Optima, 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, 2009 Kia Optima (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2009 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2009 Kia Optima | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Giulietta | Optima |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |