1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2002 Kia Retona
To start off, 2002 Kia Retona is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Kia Retona (205 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 2002 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2002 Kia Retona | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | GTA | Retona |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 205 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |