1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 214 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | SZ | Forester |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |