1954 AC Aceca vs. 1992 Acura NSX
To start off, 1992 Acura NSX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Acura NSX weights approximately 480 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1992 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1954 AC Aceca | 1992 Acura NSX | |
Make | AC | Acura |
Model | Aceca | NSX |
Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |