2001 Acura EL vs. 1961 Austin A 40
To start off, 2001 Acura EL is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,666 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura EL weights approximately 420 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Austin A 40 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 1961 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura EL, 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, 2001 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura EL | 1961 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | EL | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2220 mm |
