1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2004 Kia Visto
To start off, 2004 Kia Visto is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Visto weights approximately 10 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1970 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 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Visto, 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2004 Kia Visto | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | GTA | Visto |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |