1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1950 Austin A 90
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 90 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1950 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | SZ | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
