1958 Austin A135 vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.
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, 2000 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 2000 Honda NSX | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A135 | NSX |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78 mm |
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 | 2080 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |