2004 Acura RSX vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2004 Acura RSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (134 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2004 Acura RSX.
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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura RSX | 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
Model | RSX | 156 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |