1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Giulia | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
