1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Optima (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Kia Optima | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Spider | Optima |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 62 L |