1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 830 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Kia Retona | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | GTV | Retona |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 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 | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |