1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Meteor 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 137 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | SZ | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
