1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 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 97 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 155 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | SZ | 131 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
