2003 Acura CL vs. 1959 Austin A 135
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2003 Acura CL.
Because 1959 Austin A 135 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 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL. 2003 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 1959 Austin A 135 | |
Make | Acura | Austin |
Model | CL | A 135 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 34 L |