1992 Acura NSX vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1992 Acura NSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Acura NSX weights approximately 545 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. 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, 1992 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (67 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Acura NSX | 1962 Morris Minor | |
Make | Acura | Morris |
Model | NSX | Minor |
Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2190 mm |