1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1047 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Giulia | Sportage |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |