2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1998 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | GTV | Joice |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
