1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1996 Honda NSX
To start off, 1996 Honda NSX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda NSX weights approximately 50 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. 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, 1996 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1996 Honda NSX | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | NSX |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |