1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 476 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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 (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2008 Honda NSX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Junior | NSX |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2540 mm |