2000 Acura NSX vs. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 605 kg more than 1966 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 (542 Nm) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | NSX | Giulia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
