1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1993 Acura NSX
To start off, 1993 Acura NSX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Acura NSX weights approximately 800 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. 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 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1993 Acura NSX | |
Make | Abarth | Acura |
Model | 850 | NSX |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |