1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 515 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 2008 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2008 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulia | NSX |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
