1955 Austin A 30 vs. 1993 Honda NSX
To start off, 1993 Honda NSX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda NSX weights approximately 690 kg more than 1955 Austin A 30. 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, 1993 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 30 | 1993 Honda NSX | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 30 | NSX |
Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |