1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 12 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
Model | Sports Convertible | NSX |
Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |