2004 Acura TL vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Acura TL. (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura TL.
Because 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TL | Nuvola |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
