1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 397 kg more than 1974 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, 2005 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Giulia | NSX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| 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 | 81 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
