1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Giulia | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
