1961 Austin 7 vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 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 243 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 890 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 7 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
