1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, both 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ and 1992 Renault 19 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ weights approximately 284 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ 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 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19, 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | RZ | 19 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
