1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 47 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 2,584 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 24 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 170 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage, 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, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 has manual transmission. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 2600 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
