1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 436 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | GTV | Retona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
