1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 44 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 (164 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 427 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 2600 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 184 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 | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
