1998 Acura NSX vs. 1968 Fiat 125
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 125 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 (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura NSX weights approximately 500 kg more than 1968 Fiat 125. 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1968 Fiat 125 | |
Make | Acura | Fiat |
Model | NSX | 125 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1460 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |