2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1996 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Honda NSX.
Because 1996 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 1996 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1996 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 156 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
