1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2002 Kia Visto
To start off, 2002 Kia Visto is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Visto, 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2002 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 2600 | Visto |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
