1995 Acura NSX vs. 1969 Alpine A
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alpine A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alpine A would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1969 Alpine A. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1969 Alpine A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 767 kg more than 1969 Alpine A. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1969 Alpine A | |
| Make | Acura | Alpine |
| Model | NSX | A |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2110 mm |
