1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 957 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Giulietta | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
