1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 530 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Alfa 6 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2000 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |