1974 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2004 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Honda NSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 163 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda NSX weights approximately 460 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2004 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2004 Honda NSX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Junior | NSX |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |