2000 Acura NSX vs. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 820 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
Model | NSX | Giulia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |