1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 30 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 590 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, 2010 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2010 Kia Carens | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Alfasud | Carens |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |