1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 21 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 90 | SSR |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 95 L |
