1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2007 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 39 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 551 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2007 Kia Cee'd (186 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Cee'd 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 | 2007 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | GTA | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1341 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |