1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 140 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1991 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | SZ | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
