2004 Acura NSX vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, both 2004 Acura NSX and 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2004 Acura 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 2004 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
Model | NSX | 156 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |