1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2011 Acura TSX
To start off, 2011 Acura TSX is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TSX (201 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TSX weights approximately 74 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 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, 2011 Acura TSX (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2011 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2011 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Land Rover | Acura |
| Model | A 109 | TSX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2708 mm |
