1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 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 63 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester 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 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | SZ | Forester |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
