1998 Acura NSX vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor.
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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1957 Morris Minor | |
Make | Acura | Morris |
Model | NSX | Minor |
Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2190 mm |