1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 488 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Junior | Sportage |
Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |