1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 960 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (251 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Giulia | Sportage |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |