2002 Acura NSX vs. 1949 Fiat 500
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 820 kg more than 1949 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. 2002 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1949 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1949 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1949 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | NSX | 500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
