1967 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Kia Carnival

To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GT 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 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival, 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, 2006 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Alfa Romeo GT 2006 Kia Carnival
Make Alfa Romeo Kia
Model GT Carnival
Year Released 1967 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 2654 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 87 HP 186 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 246 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 170 km/hour 192 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 984 kg 2024 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 80 L


 

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