1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ 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 95 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 125 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | SZ | Carina |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |