1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1301 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 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | SZ | Tundra |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |