1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Alfasud | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
