1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2013 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2013 Acura ZDX is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2013 Acura ZDX.
Because 2013 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX will offer significantly more control. 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 ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135. 2013 Acura ZDX has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 2013 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Austin | Acura |
| Model | A 135 | ZDX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2174 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1596 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
