1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 708 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | GTV | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
