2000 Acura NSX vs. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 125 kg more than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Acura NSX (305 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Acura | Austin-Healey |
| Model | NSX | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2600 mm |
