1995 Acura Legend vs. 1969 Austin 1300
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1969 Austin 1300 has manual transmission. 1969 Austin 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1969 Austin 1300 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | Legend | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 36 L |
