1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 769 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Sprint | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
