1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 23 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) has 70 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Because 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 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 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | SZ | A3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
