1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ weights approximately 219 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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 RZ (244 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. (178 Nm). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Spider | RZ |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1960 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
