1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 170 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Sportage | 2600 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |