1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 944 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage 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 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Giulietta | Sportage |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 177 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 | 820 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |