1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 40 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1965 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Giulia | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
