1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90.
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, 2005 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 90 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | NSX |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |