2002 Acura CL vs. 1948 Austin A 40
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 610 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, 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, 2002 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 1948 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | CL | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |
