1998 Acura Integra vs. 1950 Austin A135
To start off, 1998 Acura Integra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra.
Because 1950 Austin A135 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 A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra, 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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura Integra | 1950 Austin A135 | |
Make | Acura | Austin |
Model | Integra | A135 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 34 L |