1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 18 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
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, 2008 Honda Jazz, 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | SZ | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
