2001 Acura NSX vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ 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 272 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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, 2001 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. 2001 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ has manual transmission. 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | NSX | SZ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
