1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1971 Alpine A 110
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 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 81 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110.
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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1971 Alpine A 110 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
| Model | SZ | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
