2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Visto would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 156 | Visto |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
