1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 382 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Spider | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |
