1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2011 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2011 Kia Picanto is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Picanto weights approximately 35 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2011 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Alfasud | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
