2002 Acura NSX vs. 1957 Alpine A 106
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 106 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) has 206 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106.
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, 2002 Acura NSX (285 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106. 2002 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1957 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1957 Alpine A 106 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 | 1957 Alpine A 106 | |
| Make | Acura | Alpine |
| Model | NSX | A 106 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 28 L |
