2002 Acura NSX vs. 1965 Austin A 90
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 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 129 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 140 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, 2002 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90. 2002 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1965 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1965 Austin A 90 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 | 1965 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Acura | Austin |
Model | NSX | A 90 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
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 | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |