2005 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
Because 2005 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 2005 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 2005 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | NSX | 166 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |