1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 884 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 2005 Kia Sorento
Make Alfa Romeo Kia
Model 2600 Sorento
Year Released 1966 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2584 cc 2496 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1116 kg 2000 kg
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 80 L