1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 160 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1995 Honda NSX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GTV6 | NSX |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |