1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2001 Kia Retona
To start off, 2001 Kia Retona is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 664 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 2001 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Retona 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (230 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2001 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 75 | Retona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
