1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1971 Alpine A 110
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 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 70 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 625 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1971 Alpine A 110 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
| Model | SZ | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
