1962 Fiat 1300 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 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1300 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 (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 504 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1300. 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 (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 1300 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1300 | NSX |
Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 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 | 960 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |