1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 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) has 251 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 272 kg more than 1962 Austin A 60. 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 (311 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 60 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
