1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1995 Acura NSX
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 775 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. 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, 1995 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 600 | 1995 Acura NSX | |
Make | Abarth | Acura |
Model | 600 | NSX |
Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |