1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ weights approximately 560 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | RZ | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
