2000 Acura RL vs. 1959 Austin A 55
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 555 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 55 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 1959 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL, 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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 1959 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | RL | A 55 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
