2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2001 Kia Retona
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 530 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2001 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2001 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | GT | Retona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
