1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 29 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), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 385 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 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage. 2013 Kia Sportage 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. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Giulietta | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| 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 | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
