1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 5 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 108 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SZ | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2970 mm |
