1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1993 Honda NSX
To start off, 1993 Honda NSX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 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 193 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda NSX weights approximately 690 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 1993 Honda NSX | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 1000 | NSX |
Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
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 | 680 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |