1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2012 Kia Carnival

To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 750 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival, 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 2012 Kia Carnival
Make Alfa Romeo Kia
Model Alfa 6 Carnival
Year Released 1985 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 133 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 8800 RPM
Torque 179 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66.2 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 2220 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2910 mm


 

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