1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1967 Austin 3-Litre
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 3-Litre 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 88 more horse power than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 264 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1967 Austin 3-Litre | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | SZ | 3-Litre |
Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |