1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 87 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 2600 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2583 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |