1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, both 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 and 1998 Honda NSX were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 1998 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 166 | NSX |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |