2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 41 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 24 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 695 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Sorento | 2600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |