2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 63 kg more than 2013 Kia Forte.
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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Giulietta | Forte |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4351 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1465 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
