1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Alfasud | Rondo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |