1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2001 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2001 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2001 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Alfasud | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
