1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 976 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Alfetta | Sorento |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |