1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2001 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2001 Ginetta G34 is newer by 12 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 21 more horse power than 2001 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 2001 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 450 kg more than 2001 Ginetta G34. 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, 2001 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2001 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ginetta |
| Model | SZ | G34 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1050 mm |
