1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 47 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rio weights approximately 433 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio, 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, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio 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 | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Giulia | Rio |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
