1950 Alfa Romeo GP 158 vs. 2004 Honda S2000
To start off, 2004 Honda S2000 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo GP 158. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo GP 158 would be higher. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo GP 158 (346 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Honda S2000. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo GP 158 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda S2000 weights approximately 586 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo GP 158.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo GP 158 | 2004 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GP 158 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1286 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
