2001 AC Aceca vs. 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 10 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 250 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Aceca | SZ |
Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |