2001 Acura RSX vs. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RSX would be higher. At 2,492 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RSX | 156 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
