1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut vs. 2000 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut | 2000 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Sportut | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
