1991 Acura NSX vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1991 Acura NSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia 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 212 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura NSX weights approximately 581 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Acura NSX | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Acura | Lancia |
Model | NSX | Appia |
Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 789 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |