1971 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 830 kg more than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Daihatsu Consorte | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Consorte | NSX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
