2003 Acura RSX vs. 1950 Austin A 70
To start off, 2003 Acura RSX is newer by 53 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, 2003 Acura RSX (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 74 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 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, 2003 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2003 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 1950 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | RSX | A 70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 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 |
