2000 Acura NSX vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2000 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 535 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Acura NSX (305 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | NSX | 155 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1040 kg |
