1991 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 1998 Kia Retona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 810 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1998 Kia Retona | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 75 | Retona |
Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |