1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2010 Kia Carens

To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 477 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 2010 Kia Carens
Make Alfa Romeo Kia
Model 1750 Carens
Year Released 1967 2010
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 1793 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 122 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 163 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4900 RPM
Top Speed 185 km/hour 177 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1038 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 55 L


 

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