2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 435 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (251 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sportage | 90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
