1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 470 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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, 1998 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1200 | NSX |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 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 | 900 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |