1991 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura NSX 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 154 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura NSX weights approximately 227 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Fit |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2499 mm |
