2002 Acura NSX vs. 1967 Austin A 40
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 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 239 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 692 kg more than 1967 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 (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 1967 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Acura | Austin |
Model | NSX | A 40 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 29 L |