1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, both 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ and 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 99 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 96 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190. (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SZ | 190 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 72.2 mm |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |