2002 Acura NSX vs. 1952 Austin A
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1952 Austin A. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 545 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
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, 1952 Austin A (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 1952 Austin A | |
Make | Acura | Austin |
Model | NSX | A |
Year Released | 2002 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |