1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 19 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 23 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Alfa Romeo Chevrolet
Model SZ Colorado
Year Released 1991 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2959 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 208 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 72 L


 

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