1993 Acura NSX vs. 1980 Fiat 126
To start off, 1993 Acura NSX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Acura NSX weights approximately 785 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. 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, 1993 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Acura NSX | 1980 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | NSX | 126 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1850 mm |
