1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 698 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Alfa 6 | Carnival |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |