1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 320 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. 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, 1997 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1997 Honda NSX | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | NSX |
Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |