2010 Kia Sportage vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sportage weights approximately 580 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. 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, 2010 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. 2010 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Sportage | 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sportage | 33 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2700 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4351 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1694 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2629 mm | 2480 mm |
