1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Alfasud | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1286 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
