1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 21 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 622 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. 2011 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | SZ | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
