1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ 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 77 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 48 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Because 1991 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 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord, 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, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | SZ | Accord |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
