1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 287 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 90 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |