1989 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1989 Avanti Avanti

To start off, both 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ and 1989 Avanti Avanti were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 246 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ.

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 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ. (244 Nm). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ. 1989 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ has manual transmission. 1989 Alfa Romeo RZ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Alfa Romeo RZ 1989 Avanti Avanti
Make Alfa Romeo Avanti
Model RZ Avanti
Year Released 1989 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2958 cc 5002 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 187 HP
Torque 244 Nm 325 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1626 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2780 mm


 

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