1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2003 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2003 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 90 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3130 mm |
