2002 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2002 Honda NSX were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 Honda NSX.
Because 2002 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 2002 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV (385 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2002 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GTV | NSX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1410 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
