1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 7 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | SZ | Camaro |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |