2003 Acura MDX vs. 1959 Austin A 135
To start off, 2003 Acura MDX 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 MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura MDX 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 110 kg more than 2003 Acura MDX.
Because 2003 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Acura MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135. 2003 Acura MDX 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 MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura MDX | 1959 Austin A 135 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | MDX | A 135 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 34 L |
