2001 Acura NSX vs. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | NSX | Spider |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
