1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 24 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 30 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 117 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2013 Scion tC | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Scion |
Model | SZ | tC |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |