1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda NSX.
Because 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Nuvola | NSX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
