2004 Acura NSX vs. 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 443 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Acura NSX (285 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. 2004 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | NSX | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2260 mm |
