1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 16 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 59 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 730 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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, 2006 Honda CR-V, 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | SZ | CR-V |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
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 | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |