1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 3 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 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 149 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 450 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | SZ | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2300 mm |
