1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lotus Excel 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 48 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Excel. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 125 kg more than 1983 Lotus Excel. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Excel. (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | SZ | Excel |
Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 31 L |