1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 1998 Kia Retona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 950 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1998 Kia Retona | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 33 | Retona |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |