1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 320 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1999 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulia | NSX |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
