1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 3 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 106 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 390 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | SZ | 100 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
