1995 Acura NSX vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX 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 318 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 362 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | NSX | 145 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
