1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1995 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1995 Mazda Sentia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ would be higher. 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 51 more horse power than 1995 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ.
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, both vehicles can yield 245 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 1995 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ has manual transmission. 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1995 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | RZ | Sentia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
