1994 Acura NSX vs. 1962 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1994 Acura NSX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Acura NSX weights approximately 500 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1100. 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, 1994 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Acura NSX | 1962 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Acura | Fiat |
Model | NSX | 1100 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |