1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 440 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Giulietta | SZ |
Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |