1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 22 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 47 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | SZ | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
