2007 Acura TSX vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TSX.
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, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX. 2007 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TSX | GTV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
