1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 33 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Giulia | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
