1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Kia Optima
To start off, 2005 Kia Optima is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Optima weights approximately 167 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Spider | Optima |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |
