1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2003 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2003 Kia Shuma is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Kia Shuma. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Shuma weights approximately 42 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2003 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Giulia | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
