1998 Acura NSX vs. 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | |
Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
Model | NSX | SZ |
Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |