1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SZ | Shogun |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |
