1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2003 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Honda NSX is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda NSX weights approximately 310 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. 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, 2003 Honda NSX (287 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2003 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 55 | 2003 Honda NSX | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 55 | NSX |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 287 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |