1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2007 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Alfasud | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
