1995 Acura NSX vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 527 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. 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 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | NSX | 33 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
