2001 Acura RSX vs. 1950 Austin A 70
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 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 A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX, 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 RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70. 2001 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 1950 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | RSX | A 70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |
