1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 386 kg more than 1961 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, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 2008 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 55 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
