1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1965 Austin A 90
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1965 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | SZ | A 90 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |