1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Alfasud | Sorento |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |