2000 Acura NSX vs. 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV 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) has 122 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV. (154 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 360 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV. (203 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | NSX | GTV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
