2001 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura NSX 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 342 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic.
Because 2001 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic. 2001 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Civic 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 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4456 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
