1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 659 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | GTV | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 58 L |
