1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 604 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento, 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento. 2012 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Giulietta | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
