1999 Acura NSX vs. 1941 Fiat 500
To start off, 1999 Acura NSX is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1941 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1941 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura NSX weights approximately 929 kg more than 1941 Fiat 500. 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:
| 1999 Acura NSX | 1941 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | NSX | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2010 mm |
