1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 10 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 66 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 408 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
Model | SZ | Omega |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |