1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 330 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 2002 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2002 Honda NSX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Giulietta | NSX |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1961 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |