1971 Avanti Avanti vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 1990 Honda NSX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Avanti Avanti. (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1971 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 95 kg more than 1990 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Avanti Avanti | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Avanti | Honda |
| Model | Avanti | NSX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
