1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 21 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, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 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 | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | SZ | A4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |