1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 8 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | SZ | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1453 mm |
