2001 Acura NSX vs. 1962 Austin A 90
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 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 360 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90.
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 (304 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 90. (221 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 90. 2001 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1962 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | NSX | A 90 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 34 L |
