1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 20 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 67 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 840 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ.
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, 2012 Kia Carnival, 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | RZ | Carnival |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |