1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Venga (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 273 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Venga, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | GT | Venga |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1253 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 48 L |
