1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 628 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Spider | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1958 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
