1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 155 | SZ |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1260 kg |
