1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana 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 92 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1971 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | SZ | Torana |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
