1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 530 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2006 Kia Carens | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Alfa 6 | Carens |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |