1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1994 Honda NSX
To start off, 1994 Honda NSX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Honda NSX.
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, 1994 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 1994 Honda NSX | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 99 | NSX |
Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |