1991 Acura NSX vs. 1950 Austin A 90
To start off, 1991 Acura NSX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura NSX weights approximately 10 kg more than 1950 Austin A 90. 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, 1991 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Acura NSX | 1950 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Acura | Austin |
Model | NSX | A 90 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |