1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 1099 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 2013 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Austin | Acura |
| Model | A 40 | MDX |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2238 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1733 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 79 L |
