1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1038 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 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (295 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento 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 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 33 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 295 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |