1999 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 105 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, 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, 1999 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda NSX | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | NSX | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |