1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1989 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Shuttle 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 119 more horse power than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 320 kg more than 1989 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Honda Shuttle, 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1989 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | SZ | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |