1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 43 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 620 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Sportage (242 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Giulia | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
