2001 Acura NSX vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 600 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600.
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, 2001 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1961 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Acura | Seat |
| Model | NSX | 600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2010 mm |
