1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 979 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo has manual transmission. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Cuneo | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
