1970 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2005 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Pride Wagon, 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 GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | GTV | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
