1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Kia Retona
To start off, 1999 Kia Retona is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 870 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Kia Retona | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Spider | Retona |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |