1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 23 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 10 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. (198 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 370 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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ has manual transmission. 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | SZ | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |