2002 Acura NSX vs. 1954 Fiat 500
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 842 kg more than 1954 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1954 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | NSX | 500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 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 | 50 L | 35 L |
