1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2002 Kia Retona
To start off, 2002 Kia Retona is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 962 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2002 Kia Retona | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Alfasud | Retona |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |