1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano is newer by 6 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 85 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 590 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | SZ | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
