1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma II (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 974 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Shuma II (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | GT | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
