1976 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Kia Carnival

To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 135 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1976 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 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival, 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Alfa Romeo GT 2005 Kia Carnival
Make Alfa Romeo Kia
Model GT Carnival
Year Released 1976 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 88 HP 137 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 8800 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 170 km/hour 169 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1115 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 75 L