1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Honda NSX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda NSX weights approximately 100 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Honda NSX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | NSX |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |