2004 Acura TL vs. 1954 Austin A 135
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 377 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL, 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura TL | 1954 Austin A 135 | |
Make | Acura | Austin |
Model | TL | A 135 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 34 L |