1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 51 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento 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, 2012 Kia Sorento, 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento 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 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Giulietta | Sorento |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 68 L |