2002 Acura NSX vs. 1957 Austin A 40
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 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 200 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 380 kg more than 1957 Austin A 40. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40. 2002 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A 40 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 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | NSX | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
