1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2009 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2009 Kia Opirus is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Opirus weights approximately 849 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano 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 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Opirus, 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, 2009 Kia Opirus (298 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 2009 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Caimano | Opirus |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
