1991 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 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 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 939 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo 75. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1991 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Alfa Romeo 75 2010 Kia Sorento
Make Alfa Romeo Kia
Model 75 Sorento
Year Released 1991 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1567 cc 2495 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 1999 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 80 L


 

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