1998 Acura NSX vs. 1959 Fiat 2100
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 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 211 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100.
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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1959 Fiat 2100 | |
Make | Acura | Fiat |
Model | NSX | 2100 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2052 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |