1977 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | GTV | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
