1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 5 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Nuvola | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
