1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 480 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1999 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 1999 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GT | NSX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
