1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Giulia | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
