1966 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Honda NSX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 90. 2003 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1966 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1966 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 90 | 2003 Honda NSX | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | NSX |
Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |