1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 105 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Acura ILX (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Acura |
| Model | Sports Convertible | ILX |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
