1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2010 Kia Carnival

To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 38 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1270 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.

Because 1972 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival, 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, 2010 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. 2010 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 1972 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Alfa Romeo GT 2010 Kia Carnival
Make Alfa Romeo Kia
Model GT Carnival
Year Released 1972 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1570 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 131 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 8800 RPM
Torque 156 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 98 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 19.0:1
Top Speed 190 km/hour 174 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 950 kg 2220 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 75 L