1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. (160 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 33 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, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | 2001 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | RZ | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
