1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (206 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
