1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 710 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 33 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 977 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |