2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 15 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ 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 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | GT | SZ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
