1974 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 703 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Spider | Sportage |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 246 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |